CES 2010: Samsung C9000 hands-on photos

If there's one thing we've learnt from CES this year, it's thin is in. And LG weren't the only ones attempting to wow us with an ultra slim goggle box. Samsung thought it'd give it a pop too. And the result, the flagship C9000 series with a gorgeous brushed aluminum frame that's able to maintain its thin profile because all inputs and its tuner are built right into the disp ay.



Although we don't have exact measurements (0.3 of an inch has been thrown around), the C9000 is impressively thin. Samsung were quick to tell u the C9000 is thinner then LG's uber slim 6.9mm thick TV offering, however, with its thickness simply being referred to as being "skinny as a pencil" and having  seen both LG's and Samsung's size zero attempts in the flesh (or metal), we think LG - nly very slightly - trumps Samsung in the skinny stakes.



Given that you couldn't walk around CES without bumping into something 3D, means it's no surprise Samsung's new range of "ultra thin" LED backli LCD TV's have 3D ready support. Like we've seen on a range of TVs unveiled at CES, the new sets feature proprietary 3D technology that can convert 2D video to 3D. However this was presented as a temporary solution until 3D becomes a little more popular nd more 3D video is available. Samsung Apps will be fully supported too, giving a firm salute to its WiFi capabilities, so you can get as much use out of your good looking TV as possible.

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What gives Samsung's range of TVs a bit more edge is its superiorly cool touch remote that comes with it, that'll be able to show you content from other video sources while keeping what you want on the big screen. There's no word on a release date or how much it'll set you back but it will be available in 55 and 46-inch flavours.

[by Lucy Hedges]